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Cleveland homeless shelter is Ohio's top voter purge address
The address with the most voters to be purged in Ohio in 2024 is 2100 Lakeside Ave., the Cleveland men's homeless shelter run by Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry. Why it matters: People experiencing homelessness or with unstable housing are especially susceptible to disenfranchisement, as they struggle to maintain residency and respond to mail from their local board of elections.
Hancock County Delegate cut off during remarks to United Steel Workers at Weirton press conference
WEIRTON, W.Va. – A day which began with the announcement that nearly 1,000 displaced USW-represented workers in the Weirton area have been hoping for, ended with a politicized diatribe from Del. Pat McGeehan, R-Hancock. In a Monday morning press release, steel manufacturer Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. announced that it will transition...
Valley Hot Dog Shoppe locations to offer $1 chili dogs for National Chili Dog Day July 25
Thursday, July 25 is National Chili Dog day, and all four Hot Dog Shoppe locations in the Mahoning Valley are celebrating with an offer that will keep your stomach and your wallet full. Starting at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, Hot Dog Shoppe in Girard, Warren, Boardman and East Liverpool will...
$32 million federal grant to boost Toledo electric car manufacturing company and create 2,900 jobs
Toledo, Ohio – Supported by a large federal grant, a Toledo-based company is expected to be instrumental in the manufacturing of electric cars (EVs), in a major effort towards rebuilding the U.S. auto industry. Aiming to revive auto manufacturing and increase job creation in Ohio, the measure comes under the umbrella of a larger Biden administration plan with more than $32 million designated to Ohio alone.
Two people seriously hurt in crash on Rt. 50
PENNSBORO, W.Va. (WTAP) - Two people were taken to the hospital with serious injuries after a two-vehicle accident on Rt. 50 Monday morning. Authorities received a call at approximately 7:55 a.m. for a two-vehicle rollover accident on the west bound side of Rt. 50 between the two Pennsboro exits, according to a Facebook post from the Pennsboro Volunteer Fire Department.
Northeast Ohio gets federal funding to go big on solar power expansion
New solar power projects are soon to come to Northeast Ohio following the awarding of a more than $129 million federal grant for renewable energy. The funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection agency is the largest grant awarded to Cuyahoga County since it adopted the charter form of government in 2011, Cuyghoga Green Energy Administrator Mike Foley said. The funds will be used to remediate brownfields and transform them into solar energy hubs.
CANCELLED—WATER LINE BREAK-7.22.24
The suspected water break this morning, Monday, July 22nd, 2024, on Windermere Drive has been cancelled. Customers on Windermere Drive and surrounding areas will not experience water loss. If you have any questions, please contact the Utility Office at 740-695-1410. Thank you.
Oglebay Good Zoo secures grant for unique paid internships with West Liberty University
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — The Oglebay Good Zoo is projected to receive up to $500,000 to offer unique internship opportunities for West Liberty University students. Through the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the zoo was named one of just eight awardees to the 21st Century Museum Professionals Program.
St. Clairsville Post 159 Wins Region 8, Saunders Throws Shutout
FORT FRYE, OHIO (WTRF)– St. Clairsville beat Beverly-Lowell 4-0 Sunday to win Region 8 of Ohio’s Legion Baseball. Brody Saunders threw a complete game shutout allowing only two hits, while adding two RBI’s of his own. Hunter Hoffman and Alfred Blue each had three hits of their own. Next up, Post 159 plays Friday at […]
Victorian Mansion Museum hosts backyard barbecue
BARNESVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — The Belmont County Victorian Mansion Museum held a backyard barbecue filled with games, live music, and good food. Guests had the opportunity to play bingo or Jenga, take part in the 50/50 raffle, or tour the 150-year-old museum. For those who took a tour, preserved rooms, clothing, and paintings […]
Our clearest indicator yet that Ohio recreational marijuana sales won’t start ‘til after Labor Day: Today in Ohio
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Ten Ohio marijuana growers and processers are the first to receive certificates of operation which permits them to begin working in the recreational market. We’re talking about the two in Akron and one each in Lorain and Portage counties on Today in Ohio. Listen online here.
Schmidt's unveils new cream puff for the Ohio State Fair
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The Ohio State Fair begins Wednesday, and Schmidt's Sausage Haus is celebrating 110 years at the Fair with the exclusive debut of the Cotton Candy Cream Puff. This delectable new treat will be available only at the Ohio State Fair, which runs from July 24...
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